Internships
An internship at Hawkins starts in the field, in real conditions, with real expectations.
START IN THE FIELD.
You’ll contribute to active projects, take on responsibility, and be held to the same standards as the rest of the team. This is where careers begin, foundations are built, and future leaders prove themselves.
The Hawkins Internship allowed me to learn much faster and gain more experience than any other opportunity I was presented with. The program here has no limits for those willing to take on challenges and grow both their careers and their knowledge.Seth Rinderknecht Project Manager
BECOME A BUILDER.
Built in the Field
REAL RESPONSIBILITY.
Interns work on active jobsites, support real project execution, and take on meaningful challenges from day one. You’ll be expected to ask questions, solve problems, carry your share, and prove you’re ready for more.
Standards Passed Down
MENTORED BY LEADERS.
Work side-by-side with superintendents, operators, and project managers who do more than lead jobs. They invest in the next generation, passing down the standards, discipline, and knowledge required to do the work right.
BUILDING WHAT COMES NEXT.
An internship at Hawkins puts you in motion from day one. What you do here matters. The habits you build, the standards you meet, and the responsibility you earn help shape the career that follows.
Career Foundation
Work on complex infrastructure projects where precision, teamwork, and accountability are non-negotiable.
Professional Growth
Learn from experienced crews and leaders who take pride in developing people willing to work, improve, and earn more responsibility.
Future Opportunities
Strong performance opens doors. Many interns turn proven work ethic into full-time opportunity and long-term careers.
A well-structured intern program can be one of the most effective paths for long-term success in the construction industry. Guidance and mentorship were always there, but responsibility came from showing initiative, having a strong work ethic, and being willing to learn. Opportunities weren’t just handed out, you had to earn them, and that kind of culture helps people grow and stay long term.Erik BrueningProject Manager
Internship Programs.
We offer internship opportunities across multiple disciplines, each built around real project work, practical experience, and long-term career potential.
Construction Management
Work alongside project managers and superintendents to understand how preparation, leadership, and accountability drive successful projects.
Construction Engineering
Step into complex heavy civil systems, structural coordination, and real-world problem solving where precision matters.
Civil Engineering
Be part of infrastructure projects that strengthen communities through transportation, water, and critical civil systems.
Architectural Engineering
Support demanding building projects and learn how design, coordination, and execution perform under real conditions.
The sky was always the limit from intern to running work very quickly right out of college. Hawkins has always given me the tools and the knowledge to let myself grow.Ryan KlaasmeyerProject Manager
APPLY FOR AN INTERNSHIP.
If you’re ready to work hard, learn fast, take ownership, and prove yourself no matter what, there’s a place for you at Hawkins.